Hi John check your email: Ed Pendy
John Reid wrote:
Hi Ed: I recently acquired a B&H 483Z (Super 8 only, variable speed) on eBay.
It had a working DSW 2000W lamp but I replaced that with a Tveden EJL plug-in Module and Halogen 200W bulb (50 hr). B&W label states that it is "quiet" but mine ran noisily.
I have stripped, inspected projector, cleaned all gears and lubed with Superlube as recommended on another Forum. Also, as received, ie noisy, the "belt" seemed loose (stretched?) so I installed an O-ring substitute - supposedly correct for the 483 (also from Tveden) - Still noisy?
Have now run 2-3 hrs of Super 8 film OK - but noisy. Speed control functions fine, also slow motion control, motor, fan and new lamp, zoom lens all OK etc
Problem: I suspect that the "belt" installed when I received the unit was perhaps NOT the original. I would like to get the correct spec for that ie material, exact thickness, exact diameter, and if possible, durometer (for stretch). Do you have any useful info on this?? I would be very interested?
On the other hand - the noise may be from another source - any suggestions???
PS Have ordered a 483 Service Manual on eBay - but it has not yet arrived, and may not give a spec ofr the bet, perhaps only a Part Number!